Question

14) When simplified, -2(x + 1) - 4(x - 3) is equivalent to

Answer 1

-6x +10

Explanation:

First, open the parenthesis by multiplying the number outside to the terms inside:

-2(x+1) = -2x - 2

-4(x-3) = -4x + 12

then combine the like terms:

-2x - 4x + 12 - 2 = -6x + 10

Answer 2

-6x+10

Explanation:

-2(x + 1) - 4(x - 3)

Distribute

-2x-2 -4x+12

Combine like terms

-6x+10